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asafoetida

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asafoetida, asafetida
a bitter resin with an unpleasant onion-like smell, obtained from the roots of some umbelliferous plants of the genus Ferula: formerly used as a carminative, antispasmodic, and expectorant


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For instance, mango powder was the perfect substitute for tomatoes, and asafoetida helps enhance the flavour of food when garlic and onions are absent.
DHOKLA Ingredients 1 teacup moong dal 2 tsp gram flour 2 green chillies 2 tbsp chopped cabbage 2 tbsp chopped carrots 2 tsp fruit salt 1 tbsp fresh curds a pinch asafoetida salt to taste Cooking instructions: Soak moong dal for two hours and then drain it.
Ingredients 1 small cauliflower (3 cups), divided into small florets (1 inch) 1 1/2 cups carrots, peeled and thinly sliced (1/4 inch) 4 tsp vegetable oil Pinch of asafoetida 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp fresh ginger, chopped 1/4 tsp turmeric 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp mango powder 3/4 tsp garam masala 1 cup fresh coriander, finely chopped Preparation Wash and drain cauliflower, carrots and coriander.
 
 
 
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